For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,900 students in 60491, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 170 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 60491, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60491, IL are William E Young School, Luther J Schilling School and Homer Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60491 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60491, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60491, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William E Young School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16240 S Cedar Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-2010
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-2010
Grades: PK-1
| 467 students
Rank: #22.
Luther J Schilling School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16025 S Cedar Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7900
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7900
Grades: 2-4
| 604 students
Rank: #33.
Homer Jr High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15711 S Bell Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7800
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7800
Grades: 7-8
| 796 students
Rank: #44.
Reed Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14939 W 143rd St
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 838-8031
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 838-8031
Grades: 2-3
| 313 students
Rank: #55.
Hadley Middle School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15731 S Bell Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7725
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7725
Grades: 5-6
| 868 students
Rank: #66.
Goodings Grove School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12914 W 143rd St
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7650
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7650
Grades: PK-1
| 395 students
Rank: #77.
Oak Prairie Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15161 S Gougar Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 836-2724
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 836-2724
Grades: 6-8
| 457 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60491, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60491, IL include William E Young School, Luther J Schilling School and Homer Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 60491?
7 public schools are located in 60491.
What percentage of students in 60491 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 60491 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60491?
60491 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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